Warehouse General Operative (nights)

Yusen Logistics; Widnes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Company pension

Cycle to work

Employee referral

Critical illness cover

Online fitness platform

Eye tests & discounts

GP access & life events support

Career development

Job summary

Yusen Logistics in Widnes is seeking a Warehouse General Operative to support daily warehouse operations. You will perform general duties including lifting items, picking orders and pallet building, working as part of a team at our new Widnes site.

The role is shift-based (22:00–06:30) with potential overtime. Training is provided to help you progress, including FLT driver training to enhance handling of goods with care and safety.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work as part of a team.
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general operative duties such as lifting items, picking orders and assembling pallets.
• Work across a variety of warehouse tasks following high standards and procedures.
• Opportunity to train as an FLT Driver to load/unload products safely.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Job description

About Us

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

Warehouse General Operative

Widnes

We’re looking for enthusiastic and driven Warehouse General Operatives to join us at our Widnes site.

You will play an active part in ensuring the smooth running of the warehouse operation. You will carry out general operative duties such as lifting items, picking orders and assembling pallets.

This is a practical role that involves regular manual handling, including lifting, carrying and bending throughout the shift. Full training and appropriate equipment will be provided to help you work safely and effectively.

You will work Monday evening to Saturday morning, 22:00–06:30, and may occasionally be required to work overtime to support business needs.

The Benefits

• Salary of £27,969.28 per annum with a £1,872 allowance
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Health cash plan
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform, i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• Employee benefits, i.e., free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, and high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling and Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities

This is a great opportunity for an engaged, enthusiastic and team-focused individual to build a long-term career with our global logistics business.

You’ll have access to plenty of training and development designed to help you progress and achieve your career goals, as well as the chance to upskill and gain additional licences and expertise.

And with the support of an experienced team, you’ll gain the confidence and skills to grow your future in logistics.

The Role

As a Warehouse General Operative, you'll play a key role in ensuring smooth and efficient warehouse operations at our brand-new Widnes site.

Specifically, you will work across a variety of warehouse tasks, all while following our high standards and procedures to keep everything running like clockwork.

Alongside this, you will have the chance to train as an FLT Driver, gaining valuable skills to safely load and unload products with care and precision, helping us maintain our commitment to quality and safety.

About You

• The ability to work as part of a team
• The ability to withstand pressure and work to tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

The closing date for this role is 12th August 2026.

Other organisations may call this role Warehouse Operative, Warehouse Worker, Warehouse Operator, General Operative, Logistics Operative, Distribution Operative, or Warehouse and Logistics Operative.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process, but we encourage candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.